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beacon

4 entries found.
  1. 1beacon (noun)
  2. 2beacon (verb)
  3. radar beacon (noun)
  4. radio beacon (noun)

Main Entry: 1bea·con
Pronunciation: \ˈbē-kən\
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English beken, from Old English bēacen sign; akin to Old High German bouhhan sign
Date: 14th century

1 : a signal fire commonly on a hill, tower, or pole
2 a : a lighthouse or other signal for guidance b : a radio transmitter emitting signals for guidance of aircraft
3 : a source of light or inspiration


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